Cultivation System: Stronger with Age Chapter 1171 496: The First Secret Pattern (Part 2)

Before the words had even fully faded, the delicate Daoist nun, her lips a vibrant red and teeth like pearls—the renowned Strongest Immortal Lord Guang Yu'er—had already glided into the cave abode. She now stood directly before Lin Xuankong.

This Luo Water Array of the Second Layer, along with Lin Xuankong's private domain, was long ago designated as the most restricted area within the Wine Immortal Sect. Access was strictly controlled, with only the Cyan-forehead Qilin and White-forehead Qilin, Bai E, able to traverse freely. Even the highly esteemed Qilin Race Elder Clan Leader was denied unrestricted entry, all to prevent any disturbance to Lin Xuankong's cultivation.

Upon hearing Guang Yu'er's pronouncement, Lin Xuankong ceased the Buddha's Light that enveloped him. He turned to face his beloved, a hint of exasperation in his gaze.

"You make it sound so simple. Once the temporal acceleration function of this Second Layer Luo Water Array is engaged, the Immortal Yuan it consumes daily is enough to purchase over a dozen Spirit Peaks from the entirety of the Wine Immortal Sect. Forget maintaining it indefinitely—even just operating it for three to five years would deplete the entire treasury of a Guangqing Immortal Sect!"

The Strongest Immortal Lord Guang Yu'er let out a peal of laughter. "Xuankong, your current renown rivals that of the Divine Dynasty Immortal Sect's Leader. Why do you still cling to such a thrifty mindset! Behold, behold—here are two thousand pieces of Mid-grade Profound Truth Jade. I acquired them from those fledgling disciples of various Immortal Sects and clans under the guise of 'offering guidance on their Immortal Techniques'!"

Lin Xuankong couldn't help but raise an eyebrow at her words.

"Yu'er, consider your standing! You are now a formidable Strongest Immortal Lord. Among the vast multitude of cultivators in the Immortal Realm, your position is no lower than twenty-ninth. With such prestige, you still levy substantial fees for offering mere guidance to these junior prodigies from various Immortal Sects and clans. Are you not concerned they might speak ill of you when your back is turned?"

A wide smile gracing her features, the Strongest Immortal Lord Guang Yu'er tossed the Golden Patterned Ghost Frog Pouch, bulging with Mid-grade Profound Truth Jade, onto the ornate table.

"How could they possibly slander me! I am a peerless prodigy who ascended to the Strongest Immortal Lord Realm in a mere ten thousand years of cultivation. These young talents from the various Immortal Sects and clans are clamoring for my tutelage in Immortal Techniques and cultivation. They are overjoyed to have the opportunity, barely finding a moment to feel satisfied!

Furthermore, if you are too ashamed to accept this Mid-grade Profound Truth Jade, then simply refuse it!"

"How could I possibly do that!" As anticipated, Lin Xuankong swiftly retrieved the Golden Patterned Ghost Frog Pouch from the jade table, as if fearing Guang Yu'er might retract her offer.

Despite possessing an abundant reservoir of Immortal Yuan and the unique advantage of the Tier Nine Celestial Demon Bone Secret Realm—a colossal asset from the Golden Dragon Immortal Realm—the cost associated with activating the temporal acceleration function of the Luo Water Array remained incredibly high. Thus, the more Mid-grade Profound Truth Jade he possessed, the better.

Witnessing his eagerness, the Strongest Immortal Lord Guang Yu'er's smile widened considerably.

Yet, it could be imagined that if any other Earth Immortals or Strongest Immortal Lords were present, observing Lin Xuankong—the most celebrated figure among the Human Race in the Immortal Realm—and the peerless genius Guang Yu'er, whose talent rivaled that of Immortal Lord Feiyun, acting like avaricious merchants, they would surely be astounded. They would undoubtedly remark on their shared affinity, concluding that their close companionship and mutual admiration were entirely justified!

With practiced efficiency, Lin Xuankong secured the Golden Patterned Ghost Frog Pouch brimming with Mid-grade Profound Truth Jade. He then turned his attention back to the Strongest Immortal Lord Guang Yu'er. "Typically, when you deliver Profound Truth Jade, you simply leave it at the cave's entrance. Your deliberate entry today suggests there is another matter at hand."

At his words, the Strongest Immortal Lord Guang Yu!er's expression shifted, becoming somewhat grave. She knitted her brows and stated:

"Indeed, there's something to it! Previously, after word reached the many Strongest Immortal Lords of the Spiritual Crane Immortal Sect concerning Jade Bright Celestial Buddha's ascension to the Upper Realm and his vanquishing of the First Demon Lord Fan Yu and his cronies, their spirits were greatly lifted. It's even said that Elder Qiu, the First Elder of the Divine Dynasty Immortal Sect, was so exhilarated that he declared he would cease waiting for the Profound Yin Demon Sect's three-pronged demon army. Instead, he intended to storm out of the Spiritual Crane Immortal Sect, emulate Jade Bright Celestial Buddha, and provoke a Celestial Tribulation to annihilate one of the Profound Yin Demon Sect's armies. It was only later that Sect Leader Qiu of the Divine Dynasty Immortal Sect and Senior Immortal Lord Luoshui intervened, dissuading the First Elder from that impetuous decision."

"Furthermore, the news of the Eighth-Grade Immortal Artifact's appearance has also significantly bolstered the morale of the cultivators from the Immortal Realm Human Race, the Unbounded Mountain Demon Race, and Spirit Platform Buddhism!"

"After all, with one Eighth-Grade Immortal Artifact already revealed, optimism runs high. Everyone firmly believes that you, Xuankong, might possess the capability to forge a second, a third, or perhaps even more Eighth-Grade Immortal Artifacts!"

Lin Xuankong stated, "All of this unfolded as anticipated. Neither Jade Bright Celestial Buddha nor the Eighth-Grade Immortal Artifact had made an appearance for hundreds of thousands of years. For them to suddenly emerge and create such a stir is entirely understandable."

The Strongest Immortal Lord Guang Yu'er nodded in agreement:

"Indeed, the morale of the Immortal Realm Human Race, the Demon Race, and Spirit Platform Buddhism has been immensely uplifted.

However, intelligence from the spies dispatched by the Spiritual Crane Immortal Sect indicates that the Profound Yin Demon Sect was also aware of Jade Bright Celestial Buddha's ascension to the Upper Realm and his elimination of the First Demon Lord along with millions of other demons. Consequently, a few days ago, the three-pronged demon armies of the Profound Yin Demon Sect, which had been preparing to surround the entire Spiritual Crane Immortal Sect, halted their advance.

Yet, these three demon armies of the Profound Yin Demon Sect have shown no inclination to retreat. It's evident that while the news of Jade Bright Celestial Buddha and the Eighth-Grade Immortal Artifact elicited a discernible response from their side, it wasn't sufficient to compel those demons of the Profound Yin Demon Sect to withdraw in the face of adversity!"

Lin Xuankong's brows furrowed slightly. After a moment of contemplation, he remarked:

"Had Jade Bright Celestial Buddha not intervened and annihilated several million demons, Demon Generals, and Demon Lords prior to his ascension to the Upper Realm, countless more would still be amassed around the Wine Immortal Sect, relentlessly assaulting our grand array. After all, those Demon Generals and Demon Lords from the Profound Yin Demon Sect had undergone Metamorphosis under the Celestial Demon Power of Demon Child Gang Bone; their strength has become truly formidable. Even with numerous additional Eighth-Grade Immortal Artifacts, we would still be incapable of achieving what Jade Bright Celestial Buddha did—instantly slaughtering such a vast number of demons!"

Despite Lin Xuankong's strong confidence in his and Miss Xiao's Path of Artifact Refining and their High-Grade Immortal Artifacts, he was acutely aware that relying solely on these artifacts, he might inflict severe damage upon a few Demon Lords, but he could absolutely not replicate Jade Bright Celestial Buddha's feat of eradicating millions of demons with a single gesture!

No matter the might of an Eighth-Grade Immortal Artifact, or even a Ninth-Grade Immortal Artifact, they ultimately represent powers within the Golden Dragon Immortal Realm. They cannot effortlessly obliterate a powerhouse of the Strongest Immortal Lord caliber. This gap highlights the immense disparity between the power wielded by Celestial Buddhas, Celestial Demons, and Celestial Demons of the Upper Realm, and the Earth Immortal Level power present in the Lower Realm!

Especially after witnessing the terrifying prowess displayed when Jade Bright Celestial Buddha acted, Lin Xuankong gained a profound appreciation for the sheer horror and strength possessed by those Celestial Level powerhouses within the Supreme Origin Realm. Regardless of his own talents and trump cards, he recognized that confronting these powerhouses directly was beyond his current capabilities!

The Strongest Immortal Lord Guang Yu'er nodded, a hint of longing flickering in her eyes, and responded:

"That is precisely the case. The might wielded by a Celestial Buddha Level expert is vastly superior to the peak powers within our Golden Dragon Immortal Realm! As that Demon Child Gang Bone from the Profound Yin Demon Sect holds a sliver of Celestial Demon Power, he naturally believes himself to be above the entire Golden Dragon Immortal Realm. There is no way he would back down so readily!"

She paused at this juncture, her countenance becoming solemn.

"The worrying aspect is that my master, Immortal Lord Qiaan Yuan of the Spiritual Crane Immortal Sect, just dispatched a message. As per the newest intelligence gathered by the Spiritual Crane Immortal Sect's informants, the three Demon Race legions from the Profound Yin Demon Sect, which had previously ceased their advance, have recommenced their movement!>

However, the trajectory of these three Profound Yin Demon Sect legions is no longer aimed at the Spiritual Crane Immortal Sect. Instead, they have altered their course and now appear to be en route to the Wine Immortal Sect!

Should this intelligence prove accurate, then in a short while, the thrice-pronged legions of the Profound Yin Demon Sect will reach our location at the Wine Immortal Sect!

This contingent represents nearly the entirety of the Profound Yin Demon Sect's remaining forces. When juxtaposed with the number of Demon Sect powerhouses previously led by the First Demon Lord Fan Yu, these forces are double in size, and their collective might is several times greater—this is because one of these three legions is personally led by that Demon Child Gang Bone!"